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EU faces pressure over Israel ties, Ukraine funding and new climate rules
The EU faces pressure over Israel relations, Ukraine’s funding needs and proposed climate and border-management measures.
Migration Policy
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Colombia Orders Immigration Raids as New President Pledges Tougher Crackdown
Colombia’s new president has ordered immigration raids, signalling a tougher security agenda and raising questions about enforcement, rights…
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EU Ministers Set Out Tougher Border Controls and Faster Return Plans
EU ministers are advancing plans for stricter border controls, faster returns, emergency migration responses and expanded drone surveillance.
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The Europe Conversation: Interviews Shaping Europe’s Biggest Debates
The Europe Conversation examines Europe’s defining debates, from Ukraine and EU enlargement to energy, trade, technology and migration.
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Japan Tightens Permanent Residency Rules Under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi
Japan has raised the cost of permanent residency applications and introduced stricter expectations on income, pensions, language and…
Govt Press Release
Georgia Deportation: Minister Confirms Removal Operation of 43 Nationals
Ireland confirms a charter deportation operation involving 43 Georgian nationals, with further removals expected during 2026.
World News
EU Canada Alliance: Von der Leyen Backs Associate Membership Proposal
The EU is backing talks on a possible associate membership model for Canada, while proposing a European Security…
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EU.XL Explainers Put Europe’s Biggest Policy Questions in One Place
EU.XL brings together explainers, videos, polls and an AI chatbot to help readers understand major EU policies and…
Govt Press Release
Direct Provision Inspections: Inspections of Direct Provision and EROC Centres in County Kerry 2026
gov.ie has published 2026 inspection reports for Direct Provision and EROC centres in County Kerry, highlighting oversight and…
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Europe news: Hundreds swim from Morocco to Ceuta as Spain faces migrant surge
More than 1,500 migrants have reportedly reached Ceuta by sea, overwhelming shelters and raising fresh questions over Spain’s…
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Europe News: EU extends temporary protection for Ukrainians but limits access for military-age men
EU countries will extend protection for Ukrainians until 2028, but future access will tighten for many military-age men.
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Europe News: UK asylum seekers face repayment bill under new immigration plan
Europe news: The UK faces backlash over a plan that could force some asylum seekers to repay up…
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Europe News: Spain’s Mass Legalization Drive Draws Close to 1 Million Immigrant Applications
Spain’s immigrant legalization program has drawn nearly 1 million applications, making it one of Europe’s biggest regularization efforts.
News
Simon Harris Rejects Calls to Publish Housing Recipients’ Nationalities
Simon Harris has rejected calls to publish housing recipients’ nationalities, calling claims of queue-jumping by foreign nationals disinformation.
News
Citywest State Takeover Faces Longer Wait as New Operator Timeline Slips
Citywest’s new State-appointed operator may not be in place until 2027, raising fresh questions over costs and migration…